Calgary Flames vs. Vegas Golden Knights Betting Info, Odds and Picks (02/23/23)

At the beginning of the week, the Vegas Golden Knights led the Pacific Division.  But the Los Angeles Kings, Seattle Kraken, and Edmonton Oilers were right behind.  Vegas has perked up after a slump.  But there is the real possibility that the Golden Knights could miss the NHL betting playoffs entirely.  The Calgary Flames are one of the Pacific Division teams fighting for a wild-card playoff spot.  Calgary has struggled to get the money in recent weeks.  However, the Flames are a capable club that could start raiding the payout window in the home stretch.

Flames vs. Golden Knights CashBet Wagering Analysis  

In this situation, we have two good but inconsistent teams with the sportsbook odds.  Calgary will get the better price as the road team.  And as a team with a winning record, the Flames will offer potentially strong value.  Additionally, the Flames have produced good wagering value on the road.  Vegas is a popular team on the board.  And the Golden Knights come with a hometown increase in price.  Of major concern is that the Golden Knights have been a poor value at the Fortress.

Complaints in Calgary Raise Questions

Late on, Calgary won two out of their last six matchups.  The Flames have gone over the total in five of its previous seven tilts.

Overall, Calgary has NHL rankings of 16^th for goals scored and 24^th for power play efficiency.  Defensively, the Flames have NHL rankings of 15^th for goals against and 6^th for penalty killing.

In sum, the Flames have a record of 26-19-11 straight up and 27-28 over/under the total.  Calgary is 9^th in the Western Conference playoff standings.  In the Western Conference playoff race, Calgary is two points behind the Minnesota Wild.  Correlate that Minnesota holds the last playoff spot in the West.

First among Calgary scorers is Elias Lindholm, with 16 goals, 33 assists, 49 points, and a +3.  Also, Tyler Toffoli has 22 goals, 26 assists, 48 points, and a +8. Number one goaltender Jacob Markstrom has a .891 save percentage and 2.90 goals-against average.  His record is 15-13-7 with 0 shutouts.  In comparison, backup goalie Dan Vladar has a .899 save percentage and 2.84 goals-against average.  His record is 11-6-4 with 0 shutouts.

Last week the Flames made Betting on NHL news with a player agent ripping head coach Darryl Sutter.  Sutter is a taskmaster that is demanding of the players.  And that is wearing out some of the Flames.

Knights Not So Golden This Season

Late on, Vegas has won five out of their last six pro hockey betting matchups.  The Golden Knights have gone over the total in three of its previous four tilts.  Previously Vegas lost seven out of the eight games before digging out.

Overall, Vegas has NHL rankings of 15^th for goals scored and 18^th for power play efficiency.  Defensively, the Golden Knights have hockey betting rankings of 9^th for goals against and 17^th for penalty killing.

In sum, the Golden Knights have a record of 34-18-4 straight up and 22-29 over/under the total.  Vegas is 1^st in the Pacific Division playoff standings.  In the Pacific Division playoff race, Vegas is one point ahead of the Los Angeles Kings.

First among Vegas scorers is Chandler Stephenson, with 12 goals, 36 assists, 48 points, and a +10.  Also, Jack Eichel has 17 goals, 22 assists, 39 points, and a +12. Number one goaltender Logan Thompson has a .914 save percentage and 2.66 goals-against average.  His record is 20-13-3 with two shutouts.  In comparison, backup goalie Adin Hill has a .908 save percentage and 2.55 goals-against average.  His record is 14-5-1 with 0 shutouts.  

Flames vs. Golden Knights CashBet Free Pick  

In this situation, Calgary offers more NHL gambling value and a better price.

Flames vs. Golden Knights CashBet Best Bet

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